De TraffordChenin Blanc Reserva 2020

Product code: 16710
£30.00 inc VAT
£180.00 / case of 6
South Africa
White Wine from
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Stellenbosch
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: De Trafford
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: David Trafford
Grape
Grape: Chenin Blanc
Grape: 100% Chenin Blanc
only {{ limitedStock }} available Sold in multiples of {{ caseSize }} {{ inCartQuantity(productId) }} in cart
Sold in multiples of {{ caseSize }}

All pictures shown are for illustration purpose only. Actual label may vary due to changes between vintages.

Country
Country: South Africa
Region
Region: Stellenbosch
Type
Type: White Wine
Winery
Winery: De Trafford
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: David Trafford
Grape
Grape: Chenin Blanc
Grape: 100% Chenin Blanc

Product Notes

De Trafford Chenin Blanc Reserva is a stunning wine from South Africa. Made exclusively from the versatile Chenin Blanc grapes, it offers an excellent balance of rich, fruity flavours with a dash of crisp acidity. Multi-layered, it exhibits a spectrum of tropical, citrus fruits and warm apple notes, enveloped beautifully in a honeyed sweetness. Aged in French oak barrels, this wine carries a hint of refined, smoky undertone, adding complexity to its taste. The Reserva has a full-bodied, creamy palate, leading to an extended, minerally finish. It truly embodies a sophisticated blend to be savoured alongside a scrumptious meal.

Tasting Notes

Lovely straw / yellow colour. Nutty lemon and lime nose with some dried apricot and toasted oats complexity from the long barrel ageing. Restrained, fine and complex. Refined, complex palate with layers of flavours from the 22 months long fine lees contact. Nice depth and texture with a long dusty finish. The extra maturity in barrel means it's great to drink now, but stable enough to last at least 10 years. Ideal with lightly spicy fish and shellfish or poultry dishes.

About the Winery

De Trafford

Located in the scenic Stellenbosch region of South Africa, De Trafford winery is a destination that seems straight out of a dream for any wine enthusiast. Graced with stunning vistas of the Cape Winelands, this family-run winery is renowned for its distinctive and elegant wines.

The story behind the establishment of De Trafford winery is quite fascinating. David Trafford, the winemaker and the mastermind behind this venture, started off as an architect. Owing to a combination of his architectural prowess and passion for wines, the winery was born in 1983 and was transformed into a top-quality wine producer over the years.

The unique location of De Trafford winery is instrumental in nurturing the exceptional quality of its grapes. The vines grow on the slopes of the Helderberg Mountain, benefiting from the influence of the cool sea breeze, which ensures a slow and steady ripening of the fruit. These optimal climatic conditions aid in the creation of wines that stand out for their elegance, sophistication and complexity.

De Trafford wines are characterised by their deep, rich colours, exquisite aromas and intense flavours. Each bottle is a reflection of the winery’s dedication to uphold the highest standards of viticulture and vinification. The winery's meticulous approach is evidenced in its limited production, averaging 3500 cases per annum, offering the assurance of quality over quantity.

From silky, full-bodied reds like Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz, to refreshingly zesty whites like Chenin Blanc and the highly sought-after Straw Wine. Each wine is painstakingly crafted to enhance its individual character and to ensure that it's a true representation of the terroir. Visitors to De Trafford winery will not only savour its delectable wines, but be engrossed in the tranquil beauty of the wineland setting, and the warm hospitality of the Trafford family and their team.

Although the winery has made incredible strides in over three decades of existence, it maintains an aura of down-to-earth charm, endearing it to locals and visitors alike. De Trafford Winery is a South African gem; a testament to the enduring draw of fine wines couched in centuries-old tradition.

https://www.detrafford.co.za

Find out more

You may also like